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Cheap flights from South Africa to Germany from R5 344

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FRA
Apr 9 — Apr 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Germany

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Germany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Germany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Tue 14/415:25
CPT
-
MUC
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/411:00
MUC
-
CPT
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3R9 656
Fri 24/49:50
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/521:50
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R10 572
Sat 30/59:50
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 6/621:50
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R10 588
Fri 24/47:40
CPT
-
DUS
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/416:45
DUS
-
CPT
1 stop29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3R10 622
Sun 26/49:50
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop32h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/511:05
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/3R10 638
Wed 22/49:50
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/421:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R10 671
Sat 28/39:50
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop32h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/421:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R10 755
Sat 18/49:50
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/410:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/3R10 838
Thu 30/418:35
JNB
-
FRA
Nonstop11h 25m
Condor
Thu 14/521:45
FRA
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 00m
Condor
Deal found 5/3R10 855
Wed 22/49:50
JNB
-
MUC
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 11/611:25
MUC
-
JNB
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R10 855
Mon 18/523:15
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop18h 45m
KLM
Mon 1/614:15
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/3R10 988
Mon 20/410:05
JNB
-
MUC
1 stop34h 35m
Emirates
Mon 27/415:40
MUC
-
JNB
1 stop37h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/3R10 988

Find flight deals from South Africa to Germany

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Germany flight deals. Data was last updated 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 656

One-way from

R5 344

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 852

Good round-trip deal

R10 753 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 317 or less
14/4-28/4
  • 14/4-28/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • South Africa to Germany
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 50m total
  • South Africa to Germany
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 840 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 423 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Germany that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 10 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Germany that are best for you.

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JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

23:15-9:35

1 stop34h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 1/6

14:15-21:20

1 stop31h 05m

R11 088

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

14:30-6:25

1 stop15h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 18/5

22:05-13:05

1 stop15h 00m

R11 454

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

9:50-6:55

1 stop21h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 17/8

21:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

R11 720

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

13:50-6:25

1 stop16h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 17/5

22:05-13:00

1 stop14h 55m

R11 987

JohannesburgMunich

JNB - MUC

JNBMUC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

13:30-13:15

1 stop23h 45m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 8/5

22:30-20:35

1 stop22h 05m

R12 087

JohannesburgMunich

JNB - MUC

JNBMUC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

13:30-20:40

1 stop31h 10m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 24/4

22:30-16:15

1 stop17h 45m

R12 103
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

18:35-6:00

Nonstop11h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 16/5

20:50-7:50

Nonstop11h 00m

R12 120

Cape TownDüsseldorf

CPT - DUS

CPTDUS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

18:25-13:55

2 stops19h 30m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 27/5

8:15-9:45

2 stops25h 30m

R12 220

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

13:25-7:35

1 stop19h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 18/4

22:20-16:15

1 stop17h 55m

R12 303

Cape TownDüsseldorf

CPT - DUS

CPTDUS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

16:35-13:50

1 stop21h 15m

Duesseldorf Intl

Mon 25/5

10:10-11:50

1 stop25h 40m

R12 420

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Germany

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Germany from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Germany

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Germany?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Germany (average of R6 260). Flying from South Africa to Germany in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 989). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to DE?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Germany. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Germany as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Germany

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Germany. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 10 March 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to DE0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Germany delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between South Africa and Germany have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 158 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Germany flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Germany flights?

Over the past year, Condor have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Germany

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Germany. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Germany. Reviews last updated 10 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Germany. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 744 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 247 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 840 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Condor
6,5
Okay
401 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Germany. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Germany?

    KLM, Ethiopian Air, and Etihad Airways can get you from South Africa to Germany in just under 15h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 25m. South Africa and Germany are separated by a distance of 8684 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Germany that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Germany flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Germany?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Germany.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Germany?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Germany by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Germany?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Germany (average of R6 260). Flying from South Africa to Germany in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 989). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Germany

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Germany. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR1 929AverageR13 906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR6 240AverageR12 171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR7 734AverageR13 531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR7 735AverageR14 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 787AverageR15 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 134AverageR13 184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 276AverageR14 326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 410AverageR13 989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 417AverageR13 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR9 715AverageR14 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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